How exactly does the firestarter mechanism work?
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You pull out the piece I described and strike the thin rod against the teeth at the base of the knife. It will create sparks to use for starting a fire.
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Hi! The knife has a small magnesium insert so when you strike the insert piece with the back of the knife it creates a small spark to start a fire tinder bundle. My husband tested it and it did take a bit of time, but the spark was good and he said for as small as it is it's worth having for sure! There are some great videos on here that show it as well if you are interested in checking them out. Thanks for the question, hope this helps!
662988
I found the torch I bought works great---what does " flame on " mean the flame adjusts with the tip and pressing the trigger starts the flame--If this simple device confuses you---- stick to matches and candles.
728443
I have never experienced it as of yet, even when using the flame at a high level. That doesn't mean that it won't happen, it just hasn't happened for me.
2123739
Yes, that works the best. It does require a bit of time to get it to ignite.
1718037
The two metal plates slide in and out exposing more or less of the fuel to the air, which increases or decreases the size of the flame. There are no knobs; the four metal screws hold the fuel 'bowl' to the glass sides. You have to have the metal plates open to light the fire, since the fireplace will be cold at first. Once it warms up, you can push the plates in to have a smaller flame if desired. The further open the plates, the faster you'll burn the fuel. Hope this helps!
723629
The product comes in a granular form. The directions are to build a fire using kindling and once it gets going good I add some wood that is approximately 2" in diameter and let that burn for 15-30 minutes, then I pour 1 scoop full over the embers. It starts crackling right away so I close the fire place up. After just one fire I can definitely tell a difference. The whole inside changes from shiny to dull and I can then use a chisel or just a small putty knife to scrape the creosote off. It's a dirty job so you'll want to protect you floor. It absolutely gives me peace of mind!
755331
Under the red fire button there is a black switch that you have to push/pull down then hit the red fire button
539149
The trigger only causes a spark to ignite the butane gas. Once lit, the torch will burn until you turn the gas off.
218434
There are 50 lanterns and they actually work well if you first wait until the fuel cell becomes a ball of flames and if there is no wind before you let them go. It takes a while but then it lifts off the ground. If it blows sideways it could blow into something and set it aflame before it rises above all structures. So hold on to it until it is lifting.
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I have never timed a Weber fire starter cube. However, in the Weber full size chimney it will start a full chimney full of Kingsford Original Briquettes in fifteen to twenty minutes every time without fail. I use an empty tuna can, turned upside down and placed on the Weber charcoal grate, set the cube on top, light it, then set the chimney over it. The tuna can keeps the cube from falling between the wires of the grate and insert it up into the chimney for more efficient operation.
2118425
There is a lever...and they push the lever down, it starts the sounds, the rattling of the engine and the smoke. This last for a period of 15 seconds. As long as there is water in it, the smoke will continue to work during the push lever action. Way worth the money, my 4 year old loves it!
1573234
It burns until it is out of fluid. It has a little plastic measuring cup with a spout that has 2 lines; I think one says 6 hours and one says 12 hours. You put as much fuel in it as you want. It doesn't burn like a flame, it is supposed to burn like an ember. I haven't perfected it yet, but when I did get it working and it burned for multiple hours, I did like it.
1548060
The red button is only to light it, hold the button down until lit, a few seconds after it is lit, then let the button out. It is a thermal couple to make sure there is a flame.
1070137
It powers itself! Once you start the fire the heat will start hitting the copper probe and within a few minutes the fan kicks on.
1714861
absolutely that is their whole purpose...the fire starter will generate a flame ..the hardest part is finding dry tinder if you are deluged by a rainstorm
833019
Pretty much like all lighters of this kind. Once it's filled with "lighter fluid"... (butane)... simply pull the red "trigger" and the sparker should ignite the butane!
757304
I don't use a gas starter but matches and it catches just fine if you light the paper at all four corners. Sometimes I don't get the paper at the right angle and have to try again but I've always gotten it started in less than five minutes. Yes, one log puts out a nice flame. It's not the roaring fire you get with real wood, and doesn't provide that kind of heat either, but it's a lovely sight and cleaner than Duraflame. Not too messy either. I am very happy with the firedogs.